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What is the difference between Internship Remote Background Screening vs Remote Background Screening Specialist?

AspectInternship Remote Background ScreeningRemote Background Screening Specialist
CredentialsTypically no formal certifications requiredOften requires certifications like BBBSP or similar
Work EnvironmentInternship, often part-time or temporary, remoteFull-time, remote, professional setting
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies hiring interns for screeningUsed by background screening firms and HR departments

Internship Remote Background Screening involves assisting with basic background checks during an internship, often with minimal credentials. In contrast, a Remote Background Screening Specialist performs comprehensive background checks as a professional, often requiring certifications and experience. The internship role is more entry-level and learning-focused, while the specialist role is a full-time professional position.

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POST CERTIFIED BACKGROUND INVESTIGATOR, REMOTE (1099)

Kentech Consulting, Inc.

Los Angeles, CA • On-site, Remote

$45 - $55/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Opportunity for advancement

KENTECH Consulting Inc. is an award-winning background technology screening company. We are the creators of innovative projects such as eKnowID.com - 1st consumer background checking system of its kind, and ClarityIQ a high-tech/high-touch investigative case management system.
MISSION
We're on a mission to help the world make clear and informed hiring decisions.
VALUE
In order to achieve our team, exhibit the behaviors and core values aligned with this mission :
  • Customer Focused: We are customer-focused and results-driven.
  • Growth Minded: We believe in collaborative learning and industry best practices to deliver excellence.
  • Fact Finders: We are passionate investigators for discovery and truth.
  • Community and Employee Partnerships: We believe there is no greater power for transformation than delivering on what communities and employees care about.

IMPACT
As a small, agile company, we seek high performers who relish in the idea that their effort will directly impact our customers and help shape the next evolution of background investigations.
KENTECH Consulting Inc. is hiring experienced California-based Background Investigators to support pre-employment background investigations for public safety, security, and sworn personnel. This is a project-based, case-driven role with work assigned based on availability, experience, and case needs.
What You'll Work On
Assignments may include investigations for:
  • Sworn personnel (POST-compliant cases)
  • Public safety dispatchers
  • Security management and supervisory roles
  • Security officers (fast track cases)
  • Follow-up or discovery work tied to disqualifying or unforeseen findings

Key Responsibilities
This role is fully remote and may include:
  • Conducting candidate interviews remotely (video/phone) as needed
  • Conducting reference interviews remotely
  • Completing employment, education, and other verification steps as assigned
  • Reviewing records and documenting findings clearly and objectively
  • Conducting social media and open-source research in compliance with applicable laws
  • Writing accurate, timely investigation summaries and reports aligned with POST standards and program requirements
  • Coordinating with internal project management and quality review teams to support final report submission
  • Maintaining secure handling of sensitive information and following documentation standards

Compensation
  • Paid per completed investigation, not hourly, unless specifically approved in advance for a task.
  • POST-compliant investigations: up to $645 per case

Requirements
  • POST Background Investigator certification (required for sworn cases)
  • Minimum five (5) years conducting pre-employment background investigations for law enforcement or public safety agencies
  • Strong knowledge of POST standards and Government Code 1031 and 1029
  • Strong written communication and disciplined documentation practices
  • Comfortable working independently, managing multiple cases, and meeting deadlines
  • Comfortable working in a remote, case-driven environment
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to produce consistent, defensible documentation

Work Location
  • Remote (California-based)

Independent Contractor Relationship (1099)
This is a 1099 independent contractor role. Investigators:
  • Are paid per case or approved task-based work
  • May accept or decline assignments based on availability
  • Set their own schedules within case deadlines
  • May provide services to other clients

Equal Opportunity Employer
KENTECH Consulting Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
This is a remote position.
Compensation: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
WHO WE ARE
KENTECH Consulting, Inc is a premier U.S.-based background investigation solutions firm and licensed Private Detective Agency. Our team of investigative experts blends cutting-edge technology with industry insight to deliver fast, accurate, and comprehensive reports.
With deep cross-industry experience, we provide fully compliant investigative services that meet the high demands of today's business environment.
WHAT WE DO
We offer customized background screening solutions tailored to meet the needs of diverse industries.
Our advanced tools and digital platforms allow us to conduct background and security checks up to 75% faster than traditional methods.
With real-time access to over 500 million records, KENTECH is a trusted authority in background checking technology across the U.S.
OUR VISION
To help the world make clear and informed decisions.
OUR MISSION
To deliver fast, accurate, and secure background investigations on a global scale-supporting safer hiring decisions and stronger communities.
CAREERS AT KENTECH
We're building a team of remarkable individuals who are:
Critical thinkers and problem solvers who see challenges as opportunities
Driven professionals who create meaningful impact through their ideas and results
Mission-driven collaborators who believe in the power of digital identity to create safer environments
Naturally curious and eager to innovate in an ever-changing landscape
Team players who believe in the value of camaraderie, laughter, and high standards
WHO THRIVES HERE?
  • People who never back down from a tough challenge
  • Professionals who bring their best every day-and uplift others around them
  • Individuals who value purpose, performance, and a good laugh
  • Teammates who want to shape the future of digital security and identification
  • You, if you're reading this and thinking: "This sounds like my kind of place."

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